Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 18, 2009

(HealthDayNews) — Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:

Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

This study is for people with colorectal cancer that has metastasized (spread). The study will evaluate an investigational fully human monoclonal antibody combined with chemotherapy to see if it will extend survival.

The research site is in Boynton Beach, Fla.

More Information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/colorectal_cancer.aspx.

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Ragweed Allergy

This study will evaluate an investigational medication to treat seasonal ragweed allergies. Participants will receive study-related medication and study-related care at no cost.

The research site is in Birmingham, Ala.

More Information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/allergy.aspx.

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Healthy Volunteers

This study is looking for healthy women aged 18 to 40 to evaluate an investigational gel to protect against HIV.

The research site is in Baltimore, Md.

More Information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/healthy_volunteers.aspx.

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